Battle of Corrientes

Overview

The Battle of Corrientes occurred at the beginning of the Paraguayan War during the second stage of the Paraguayan offensive, after the invasion of Mato Grosso at the beginning of 1865.

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Significance

The Battle of Corrientes marked an early phase of the Paraguayan War, occurring during the second stage of the Paraguayan offensive following the invasion of Mato Grosso. Paraguay committed a force of 37,000 against an Argentine force of 10,000, reflecting the scale of Paraguayan ambition in pushing the conflict beyond its initial theater. The engagement placed Argentina directly in the war's operational scope, drawing Buenos Aires into a conflict that had begun with Paraguay's move into Brazilian territory.

Forces & casualties

Commanders (3)